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Israeli High School Launches Farsi Program for Intelligence

1/4/2026

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An Israeli high school in Petah Tikva launched a Farsi language program to prepare students for intelligence roles.
The program is led by Pini Shmilovich (program leader).
It includes cultural immersion and has produced graduates who work for Israeli intelligence.
Some Iranian universities reportedly teach Hebrew, though details remain limited, indicating a potential imbalance in language training.

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Story summary

An Israeli high school in Petah Tikva launched a Farsi language program to prepare students for intelligence roles.
The program is led by Pini Shmilovich (program leader).
It includes cultural immersion and has produced graduates who work for Israeli intelligence.
Some Iranian universities reportedly teach Hebrew, though details remain limited, indicating a potential imbalance in language training.